Honors College Art & Science of Emotions Fall 2017 (1:20 p.m.) Love Journal | Page 11
starting this discovery in fear of how we might be characterized. Therefore, it is essential that society begins to encourage different activi-
ties to promote the love of self. This exists in many different genres and categories of life; however, the category of physical activities and
performances involving these is often overlooked, with many thinking that this is solely about the physical side of the body, not the mental.
Contrary to popular belief, physical challenges and activities involves an enormous amount of mental work, which can help promote love of
self. Further, when put in a performance setting, these activities can also promote a brotherly love for humanity as a whole. Therefore, the
stages of love present in the performing and physical arts are not only beneficial for the person performing the action, but can also benefit
society as we continue to deepen self love and agape throughout time.
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